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Bremont ionBirdvsBremont The Meta Kronos

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
The Meta Kronos40mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
The Meta Kronos40h
Water Resistance
ionBird
The Meta Kronos30m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
The Meta Kronos$3,145

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Steel

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$3,145

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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